B87

BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER

Grade B 87/100 composite score

Government - County

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
5/5
Health Insp.
3/5
Quality
5/5
Staffing
5/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

56

Ownership

Government - County

Total Fines

$13,442

Last Survey

N/A

810 3RD ST, LAS ANIMAS, CO 81054
7194561340

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
1.28h
LPN
0.34h
CNA
3.52h
Total
5.14h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

BENT COUNTY

OrganizationOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jul 1997

THOMAS, JOHN

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Jun 2015

SUMMERS, JEREMY

IndividualCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEESince Mar 2012

Penalties & Fines (1)

$13,442total fines
DateTypeDescriptionAmount
Aug 24, 2023Fine$13,442

Health Inspection Deficiencies (26)

May 1, 2025Health3 deficiencies
0679EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 10, 2025
0805DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 10, 2025
0812FMinimal harm, Widespread

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 10, 2025
September 19, 2024Health1 deficiency
0925FMinimal harm, Widespread

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 10, 2024
August 24, 2023Health17 deficiencies2 severe
0565EMinimal harm, Pattern

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0584EMinimal harm, Pattern

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0644DMinimal harm, Isolated

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0645DMinimal harm, Isolated

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0684GActual harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0686GActual harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0689EMinimal harm, Pattern

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0695DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0726EMinimal harm, Pattern

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0730EMinimal harm, Pattern

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0745DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0757DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0758DMinimal harm, Isolated

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0803DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0812EMinimal harm, Pattern

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0921FMinimal harm, Widespread

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
0925EMinimal harm, Pattern

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2023
June 9, 2022Health5 deficiencies
0580DMinimal harm, Isolated

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 8, 2022
0641DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 8, 2022
0657DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 8, 2022
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 8, 2022
0695DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 8, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER?

BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER in LAS ANIMAS, Colorado has a CareGrader grade of B (Good), with a composite score of 86.5 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER?

BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER has an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 5/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER have?

BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER has 26 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

Has BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER been fined?

Yes. BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER has $13,442 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 1 penalty.

How many beds does BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER have?

BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER has 56 certified beds with approximately 45 current residents (80% occupancy). The facility is located at 810 3RD ST, LAS ANIMAS, Colorado 81054. It is a government - county facility.

Data Disclaimer

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